Something to make everything taste awesome: PESTO

Homemade pesto is one of the greatest things about summer. Basil is fresh and cheap at farmers markets allowing homemade pesto to be made in abundance. What's great about pesto is that you can make massive batches and freeze them for later use! I use pesto on pretty much everything: on grilled corn, the sauce for pizzas, mixed with sauteed vegetables, in aioli, brushed on portabellos, on tacos, on bruschetta... anything that needs a little flavor, pesto can be used. Pesto sold in grocery stores is more expensive, has more preservatives and isn't nearly as tasty as homemade pesto. Homemade pesto is also incredibly easy to make. With only four ingredients and a food processor, there's really no excuse for buying pre-made pesto.

Pesto
Blend the following in a food processor until smooth:
1 bunch basil, leaves only
1/3 cup grated parmesan
1-2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup-3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Add more parmesan, garlic or olive oil to taste. Some people also like to put in pine nuts (about 1/4 cup), but I found that it isn't necessary. Freeze small batches of the pesto for individual convenience.
Enjoy!